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An Antemoro Warrior (or Antaimoro - an ethnic group of Madagascar living on the southeastern coast, mostly between Manakara and Farafangana) - at Diego Suarez (now Antisanana). Posing possibly with the skull of a vanquished foe? Date: 1907
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Antsiranana Diego Enemy Fierce Madagascar Malagasy Skull Spear Suarez Vanquished Warrior
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the fierce and enigmatic presence of an Antemoro warrior from the Antaimoro ethnic group, standing proudly at Diego Suarez (now Antananarivo Tsinanana), Madagascar, in the year 1907. The Antemoro people are an ethnic group indigenous to the southeastern coast of Madagascar, primarily residing between Manakara and Farafangana. The warrior is dressed in traditional attire, with intricately designed fabric wrapping his waist and legs, and a protective loincloth adorned with animal skins. He holds a long spear in his right hand, its sharp tip pointing towards the ground, while his left hand rests on the skull of what appears to be a vanquished foe. The expression on his face is intense and unyielding, reflecting the fierce spirit and warrior culture of the Antemoro people. Diego Suarez, a major port city on the northern tip of Madagascar, was a significant center of trade and colonial activity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The region was ruled by various European powers, including France, and the Antemoro people were often involved in conflicts with European forces and other ethnic groups. This photograph offers a glimpse into the complex and tumultuous history of Madagascar's diverse and resilient people. The Antemoro warrior's pose and the skull at his feet serve as powerful symbols of victory and dominance, reflecting the warrior culture that has been an integral part of the Antemoro people's identity for centuries. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and complex cultural heritage of Madagascar and its people.
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